Thu, 17 May 2018 09:03:17 GMTMulti-platinum mix engineer Marcella Araica (Timbaland, Gucci Mane) invited Waves users to ask her questions on Facebook. Here are her answers. Find out about her experiences as a woman in the audio industry, her go-to vocal chains, and other tips.

Thu, 03 May 2018 04:03:48 GMTGuitar innovator Paul Reed Smith, chief PRS amp designer Doug Sewell, and the Waves team were all part of the journey to the PRS SuperModels. Here, they give us a glimpse into the process of creating these authentic software amps.

Thu, 03 May 2018 03:01:34 GMTWatch what happened when guitar god Devin Townsend tried the Waves PRS SuperModels guitar amp plugin for the very first time. "This plugin really gets it right: a real shift from a sound being useful to a sound being inspiring."

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Thu, 03 May 2018 02:46:44 GMTPlugins aren’t just for mixing an already-recorded session. Watch how to record with plugins using SoundGrid in the studio, and open the door to incredible creative production possibilities. Musician, producer and mixer Ott shows you how.

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Thu, 26 Apr 2018 09:11:11 GMTWatch how to add LFO wobble to future bounce synth chords, as heard on recordings by Don Diablo, Louis the Child, and the Chainsmokers – without sidechaining or separate LFO plugins, using only the Codex Wavetable Synth.

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Tue, 17 Apr 2018 07:23:44 GMTWatch how mix engineer Andrew Scheps (Jay Z, Adele, Metallica) uses the Scheps Omni Channel plugin to get great mixes quickly. In this in-depth tutorial Andrew demonstrates each of the plugin's controls and shows some of its 'hidden' features.

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Tue, 10 Apr 2018 04:11:46 GMTGet essential tips for mixing vocals with Waves plugins that have unique features supplementary to those found in Studio One. Watch part 1 to learn how to use Renaissance Vox for super-transparent compression and gating.

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Wed, 04 Apr 2018 02:04:49 GMTGet essential tips for mixing vocals with Waves plugins that have unique features supplementary to those in Studio One. Watch part 2 to learn how to use the SSL G-EQ to give your tracks the warm analog character of an SSL console.

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Wed, 04 Apr 2018 02:03:49 GMTGet essential tips for mixing vocals with Waves plugins that have unique features supplementary to those found in Studio One. Watch part 3 to learn how to use H-Delay to create expert-sounding tempo-synced ping-pong delay throws.

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Wed, 04 Apr 2018 02:02:49 GMTGet essential tips for mixing vocals with Waves plugins that have unique features supplementary to those found in Studio One. Watch part 4 to learn how to use Abbey Road Reverb Plates to add the unique Abbey Road reverb sound.

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Wed, 04 Apr 2018 02:01:49 GMTCollaborating with other musicians, producers or engineers? Need to share audio or add more I/Os to your system? SoundGrid lets you do this quickly and easily, at lightning-fast speed and with easy Ethernet connectivity.

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Mon, 02 Apr 2018 06:28:38 GMTWith a SoundGrid Server and a SoundGrid Interface, you can record with the same plugins you mix with, without any latency. Keep your buffer size as high as you need it and record with the same plugins you're going to mix with.

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Mon, 02 Apr 2018 03:57:14 GMT808s are a staple of hip hop and electronic music production. But sometimes it’s good NOT to use an existing 808 sample, rather shape your own bass. Producer Focus… (Dr. Dre’s Aftermath Recordings, Kendrick Lamar) explains why.

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Thu, 22 Mar 2018 10:52:30 GMT“Drums can just be drums. But now they’re not.” Watch how producer Focus… (Dr. Dre’s Aftermath Recordings, Kendrick Lamar) uses the Torque drum tone shifter and other plugins to give his drum samples the exact feel he wants.

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Thu, 15 Mar 2018 06:56:08 GMTBy popular demand, the F6 Floating-Band Dynamic EQ plugin has been updated with a feature-rich, FFT-based real-time frequency spectrum analyzer, with all features accessible quickly and easily from the main plugin interface.

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Tue, 27 Feb 2018 10:34:40 GMTWhen chillwave artist Ernest Greene a.k.a. Washed Out wanted to bring studio sounds to his live show and create unique effects for each song, he tried running plugins in his eMotion LV1 mixer. Learn how the idea became a reality.

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Thu, 22 Feb 2018 01:50:07 GMTWatch how to use the Element 2.0 Virtual Analog Synth to create future/trap synth bass in the style of artists like Marshmello, Illenium and Flume, and download the free preset.

Wed, 24 Jan 2018 04:09:12 GMTListen to the versatile colors of this super-flexible channel strip plugin by mix engineer Andrew Scheps: Watch how quickly you can create diverse drum sounds, and how the plugin can dramatically affect vocals, bass, piano and guitars.

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Wed, 24 Jan 2018 04:06:12 GMTGrammy-winning mixer Tony Maserati (Beyoncé, Jay Z) adds power and energy to bass and synth bass while blending both parts perfectly with the drums. See how he uses SSL and other plugins for detailed control to get a cohesive mix.

Sun, 31 Dec 2017 03:12:13 GMTFOH engineers Ken 'Pooch' Van Druten (Jay Z, Linkin Park) and Val Gamarnik (A-WA) discuss which plugins they use in their live master buss chains and how they color their overall live mixes using the eMotion LV1 live mixer.

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Sun, 31 Dec 2017 03:12:08 GMTWe use EQ to tame harsh vocals, add shine to dull vocals, etc. But regular EQs can be a blunt tool for a delicate job. With a dynamic EQ, you can boost or cut problem frequencies only when needed: learn how in this tutorial.

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Thu, 21 Dec 2017 07:29:08 GMTFront-of-house mixer Will Madera reveals how he mixes Pitbull’s band live on stage using the eMotion LV1 live mixer, and which plugins he uses to bring studio quality to the stage with full studio detail, clarity and warmth.

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Mon, 11 Dec 2017 10:08:28 GMTSupercharge your mixing sessions with more processing power: SoundGrid Connect lets you offload Waves and other manufacturers' plugins to a SoundGrid DSP server, using the same computer and audio interface you already have.

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Mon, 04 Dec 2017 03:53:44 GMTImprove your recording and mixing techniques and achieve proper gain staging with the Waves VU Meter, a plugin with the ballistic accuracy and smooth movement of the best hardware VUs.

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Thu, 23 Nov 2017 03:43:45 GMTRecreate on your keyboard the expressiveness and dynamics of a real bass player with Bass Slapper, the most elaborate slap bass virtual instrument ever created.

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Tue, 21 Nov 2017 06:31:08 GMTLearn how to play realistic bass sounds on your keyboard, complete with all the articulations, dynamics, tones and fretboard movement of a real bass player.

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Tue, 21 Nov 2017 06:30:49 GMTIn this video, Grammy-winning mixer Tony Maserati (Beyoncé, Jay Z) shares how he uses a sidechain to get drums to cut through a mix with EQ on a parallel compression buss.

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 12:03:01 GMTFOH mixer Stas Fougasse talks about touring with pop star Tina Karol and how he brings studio sound to his live shows with plugins and the eMotion LV1 mixer. (In Russian with English subtitles.)

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Mon, 16 Oct 2017 14:04:38 GMTCan’t get your vocals to cut through a busy beat? Learn a simple trick to make more room for vocals even when the beat behind them is already complete.

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 07:50:53 GMTAmbisonics B-format is the most popular format for mixing audio for 360 videos and VR. This quick intro will get you familiar with the format and tools for mixing in Ambisonics.

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 07:18:37 GMTTo celebrate 25 years of audio innovation, we’ve redesigned and added new features to three classic Waves plugins, including the world’s very first audio plugin, the Q10.

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Mon, 25 Sep 2017 03:18:06 GMTIt’s been 25 years since we released the world’s first audio plugin and helped revolutionize audio mixing and music production. Here, some of the very best producers and engineers celebrate our first 25 years.

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Mon, 25 Sep 2017 03:00:19 GMTLearn how to fit kicks, snares and toms to the key of a track using Torque, a drum tone shifter plugin designed to enhance and fix drum tone with natural-sounding results.

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 09:06:16 GMTLearn how you can use studio-quality plugins during your live shows and incorporate them into your existing setup, with your existing live sound console.

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Tue, 29 Aug 2017 11:47:40 GMTLearn how to configure your MultiRack system to every device in your SoundGrid network so you can enjoy the benefits of using plugins during your live show.

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Tue, 29 Aug 2017 10:59:08 GMTLearn how to set up your audio connections and routing options from your SoundGrid I/O through your MultiRack system so you can use plugins when mixing live.

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Mon, 28 Aug 2017 05:52:55 GMTLearn how to instantiate racks and plugins, assign inputs and outputs, and save/load presets when mixing live with plugins in the MultiRack SoundGrid plugin host software.

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Sun, 27 Aug 2017 18:52:55 GMTLearn how to use snapshots, MIDI control, and Hot Plugin shortcuts in MultiRack SoundGrid, to save time and effort when mixing your live shows with plugins.

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Sun, 27 Aug 2017 18:50:55 GMTSumming, whether analog or in the box, is one of the keys to getting a living, breathing, warm-sounding mix. In this masterclass, mixer Yoad Nevo (Sia) shares his deep knowledge of summing techniques.

Mon, 07 Aug 2017 09:58:02 GMTWe’ve asked singer-songwriter Jacob Jeffries to try out different keys from our Pianos & Keys collection: see how dialing diverse tones on different keyboards can lead to different songwriting choices.

Thu, 08 Jun 2017 08:23:43 GMTLearn how to give your song a professional shine to help it stand out when streaming on the internet, using simple tools designed to master tracks easily.

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Tue, 30 May 2017 11:30:19 GMTHow does a world-class mixing engineer think about mixing? Find out as Michael Brauer (Coldplay, John Mayer) discusses his approach when starting a new mix.

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Fri, 26 May 2017 09:00:07 GMTThe ultimate problem-solving EQ, the F6 plugin features 6 floating bands, each with advanced EQ and dynamic controls that let you zero in on any trouble spot – and treat it only when the problem arises.

Wed, 24 May 2017 06:04:26 GMTHow do you get the perfect monitor mix while recording? Join Nashville producer Russ Long (Wilco) and top musicians for Robert Plant, Don Henley and Dave Matthews as they discuss the challenges of headphone monitoring and try out the Nx Virtual Mix Room plugin.

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Mon, 15 May 2017 08:45:56 GMTHear the lush Grand Rhapsody Piano – a precise version of the Fazioli F228 grand played on Adele’s “Hello” and other Grammy-winning hits at London's Metropolis Studios.

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Tue, 09 May 2017 07:50:29 GMTWhat does it take to sample a virtual grand piano true to the original? Watch how the rare Fazioli grand piano at London’s Metropolis Studios was sampled to create the Waves Grand Rhapsody piano.

Mon, 01 May 2017 13:29:28 GMTIn this video, we’ll show you how to shape transients to enhance your drum sounds, samples, and percussive synth, guitar and piano elements in your tracks.

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Mon, 01 May 2017 12:54:57 GMTKnowing how to apply EQ correctly is critical to getting the most out of your mix. Eric Tarr shows you how to EQ with precision using the Q10 Equalizer.

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Sun, 23 Apr 2017 11:21:41 GMTLearn how to add instant energy to your mix by using the C4 Multiband Compressor on the master buss: Tip by Graham Cochrane of the Recording Revolution.

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Sun, 23 Apr 2017 11:19:36 GMTModeled from the original analog meters, Waves’ Dorrough Meters provide optimal levels and loudness using the same precise monitoring found in top studios.

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Thu, 13 Apr 2017 10:56:26 GMTHear how the Vitamin Sonic Enhancer plugin can quickly boost drums, bass and guitars, with a combination of EQ, compression and saturation under the hood.

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Thu, 13 Apr 2017 10:17:41 GMTLearn how to easily create the real-life, pitch-shifting effect of vehicles and other objects speeding towards and away from you, using the Doppler plugin.

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Mon, 27 Mar 2017 11:24:34 GMTWatch audio engineer Stella Gotshtein explain reverb and delay, the differences between them, and how they are used in music recording and mixing, on vocals, drums and other instruments.

Sun, 26 Mar 2017 10:51:30 GMTWatch how to give guitar and drum samples, synths and full mixes more reality, life and movement with the Abbey Road Vinyl plugin: Mixer Yoad Nevo (Sia) walks you through the plugin's features.

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Sun, 26 Mar 2017 09:49:41 GMTWatch how to use the Morphoder plugin to create that classic robotic Vocoder sound – the vocal effect made famous by Daft Punk, Outkast, Kavinsky and Zedd.

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Sun, 26 Mar 2017 08:46:29 GMTWhat is audio level compression, or dynamic range compression? How do compressors work and how can they give your music more focus and punch? Watch audio engineer Stella Gotshtein’s intro.

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Sun, 26 Mar 2017 07:44:16 GMTMixer Dave Darlington (Avicii, Carl Cox, David Guetta) gives a quick tip about how to boost the low end of your dance mixes using the CLA Bass plugin.

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Sun, 26 Mar 2017 05:45:14 GMTLearn how to make your vocals pop out of the mix by chaining the CLA-2A plugin with another compressor: Tip by Graham Cochrane of the Recording Revolution.

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Sun, 26 Mar 2017 05:10:29 GMTLearn how to get your tracks sounding as loud as possible for the dance floor: A quick tip from mixer Dave Darlington (Avicii, David Guetta, Carl Cox).

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 06:53:17 GMTLearn how to widen the stereo image of claps and other percussion sounds using the Doubler plugin. A quick tip from mixer Dave Darlington (Avicii, Carl Cox, David Guetta).

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Sun, 19 Mar 2017 07:04:31 GMTWatch how to boost your vocals quickly, using the Butch Vig Vocals plugin on both the main lead vocal and a doubled vocal track. A quick tip from producer/engineer Ross Hogarth (Van Halen, REM).

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Sun, 19 Mar 2017 06:48:11 GMTWatch how to give your drums more impact using the asymmetrical bell filter of the H-EQ plugin, in this quick tip by mixer Dave Darlington (Avicii, Sting).

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Sun, 19 Mar 2017 06:11:13 GMTWelcome to the eMotion LV1 live mixing console video tutorials. This series of short lessons will teach you how to use the mixer in any live application.

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Tue, 28 Feb 2017 22:33:34 GMTLearn how to set up the hardware, connect the SoundGrid network, and download, install & activate the software for the eMotion LV1 live mixing console.

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 22:30:34 GMTIn this video you’ll learn how to add and configure any hardware or software I/O device to Racks A and B in the Device Racks section of the eMotion LV1 mixer’s System Inventory page.

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Tue, 28 Feb 2017 22:27:34 GMTLearn how to configure servers and controllers in the eMotion LV1 live mixer, and how to work on your sessions offline, for quick and easy recall once your servers are connected once again.

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Tue, 28 Feb 2017 22:25:34 GMTLearn how to sync the eMotion LV1 live mixer’s clock and sample rate settings with your I/Os and any other devices connected to your LV1 mixing console.

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Tue, 28 Feb 2017 22:23:34 GMTLearn how to configure the essential mixer settings for the eMotion LV1 live mixer, including channel parameters, latency and buffer settings, and more.

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Tue, 28 Feb 2017 22:21:34 GMTIn this video you will learn how to personalize meter display and channel selection, and how to create shortcut keys in the eMotion LV1 live mixing console.

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Tue, 28 Feb 2017 22:16:34 GMTLearn how to operate the basic functions of the Patch Window in the eMotion LV1 live mixing console in order to establish connections in your LV1 system.

Sun, 26 Feb 2017 10:16:51 GMTIn this video, Graham Cochrane of the Recording Revolution shows you how to get the big, punchy sound of the SSL consoles by mixing an entire song with plugins from the SSL 4000 Collection.

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Wed, 15 Feb 2017 05:24:39 GMTGo behind the scenes as we reveal what makes the legendary SSL console sound so special and how its sonic character was captured in the SSL 4000 Collection.

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 11:30:22 GMTWatch these basic tips on how to get acoustic, electric and bass guitars to sit together in your mix using the Renaissance Axx guitar compressor plugin.

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Tue, 24 Jan 2017 11:21:43 GMTLearn how to get a clearer mix with more presence by using this analog-modeled equalizer to mix vocals and guitars. Quick video tutorial with audio engineer/musician Eric Tarr.

Mon, 11 Jul 2016 08:36:17 GMTFull of funk and soul, Electric 88 Piano is a unique sampled instrument that brings to life the classic electric piano sound in a new and exciting way.

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Mon, 11 Jul 2016 08:26:58 GMTWatch how to make individual tracks stand out in the mix by applying high-level and low-level compression with the MV2 compressor plugin.

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Mon, 11 Jul 2016 08:07:33 GMTGo behind the scenes with psytrance innovators Infected Mushroom: Learn how they created their sonic enhancer plugin Pusher, and get their tips on how to use it.

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Wed, 06 Jul 2016 01:57:09 GMTLearn how to use Infected Mushroom Pusher to bring drums and synths out in the mix and master a full track. Quick video tutorial with audio engineer and musician Eric Tarr.

Wed, 01 Jun 2016 11:14:11 GMTWatch how to use plugins in GarageBand and learn about the options they give you for customizing and tweaking your sound.

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Mon, 30 May 2016 10:03:38 GMTLearn how the Abbey Road plugins help producer/engineer Billy Bush (Garbage, Angus and Julia Stone) think outside the box while he’s mixing in the box.

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Mon, 30 May 2016 09:15:24 GMTWhen Joey + Rory recorded their #1 Billboard album Hymns That Are Important to Us, producer Joe West (Keith Urban, Emmylou Harris) was there to capture the magic. Watch him talk about the joys and challenges of recording the country duo’s final work.

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Sun, 22 May 2016 10:26:36 GMTJoey + Rory. Keith Urban. Justin Timberlake. What they all share is the magic touch of producer, mixer and songwriter Joe West. Watch him share his secrets of songcraft, mixing and production.

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Sun, 22 May 2016 10:03:44 GMTWatch this quick intro to our collection of Hybrid plugins: mixing tools that model the character of analog gear and enhance it with digital possibilities.

Wed, 13 Apr 2016 05:57:38 GMTLearn how to get a great mixed vocal sound quickly and easily using just a single plug – the CLA Vocals plugin, developed with mixing engineer Chris Lord-Alge (U2, Black Eyed Peas).

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Wed, 13 Apr 2016 04:25:53 GMTWatch this intro to X-FDBK, an automatic feedback elimination plugin that cuts feedback-causing frequencies, leaving you with a loud and clear live sound.

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Wed, 13 Apr 2016 03:53:09 GMTLearn how to use the X-FDBK plugin in order to tune your monitors and PA speakers before soundcheck and prevent mic feedback during a live performance.

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Wed, 13 Apr 2016 03:53:03 GMTIn this exclusive webinar, producer/engineer Yoad Nevo (Sia, Pet Shop Boys) shows how to professionally set up a mix in a way that will enhance and streamline your workflow.

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Tue, 12 Apr 2016 04:31:45 GMTWatch how master musician Dweezil Zappa gets the live sound he wants using the LV1 mixing console, and how it helps his band play at the top of their game.

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Tue, 29 Mar 2016 08:04:20 GMTWant to make your vocals stand out AND sit in the mix at the same time? Learn how to do it using the Kramer PIE Compressor and H-Comp Hybrid Compressor plugins.

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Tue, 22 Mar 2016 10:50:19 GMTWatch this intro to the BSS DPR-402 plugin, a precise model of the super-versatile dynamics processor long favored by studio, live and broadcast engineers.

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Tue, 22 Mar 2016 09:36:25 GMTWe sat down with the psytrance innovators to talk about their genre of electronic music, their work with Zedd and Lady Gaga, and which plugins they use to mix.

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Tue, 22 Mar 2016 08:05:43 GMTLearn how the Waves Nx Virtual Mix Room plugin can help you mix on your regular headphones in a reliable way that will translate properly to speakers.

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Mon, 21 Mar 2016 04:39:31 GMTLearn the ins and outs of this state-of-the-art plugin, modeled on the four original plates housed at Abbey Road Studios and used to record the Beatles and Pink Floyd.

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Mon, 14 Mar 2016 10:22:10 GMTGet a surprising mixing tip from Grammy®-winning remixer Dave Audé (Bruno Mars, Mark Ronson, Beyoncé) on how to make your mixes as loud as they can be.

Sun, 25 Oct 2015 15:00:00 GMTLearn how to use the Manage Licenses page in Waves Central in order to activate new Waves products and move your Waves licenses to the computer you are currently using or to a USB flash drive.

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Sun, 25 Oct 2015 14:00:00 GMTLearn how to prepare an offline installer in order to install Waves products a on computer that is not connected to the internet, or if you need to install the same product on several computers and you want to skip the download process for the additional installations.

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Sun, 25 Oct 2015 13:00:00 GMTIn this video tutorial, composer and producer Nick Murray shows how to mix vocals in film trailers using Waves plugins such as Reel ADT, Scheps 73 and more.

Mon, 12 Oct 2015 03:24:39 GMTGet an inside look at the making of your favorite audio plugins. Watch exclusive interviews with the people behind Waves’ mixing tools, and learn how Waves products travel from their minds to your hands and ears.

Tue, 11 Aug 2015 04:27:26 GMTWatch this video for tips on how to give your mixes analog depth and glue by adding harmonics to your tracks, then EQing and shaping their various aspects.

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Tue, 11 Aug 2015 03:45:38 GMTWatch how FOH engineer Jeff Sandstrom is using the Tracks Live multitrack recording software to record Chris Tomlin’s Love Ran Red tour, do virtual soundcheck, and guide the other live sound engineers he’s working with.

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Mon, 03 Aug 2015 13:33:27 GMTWatch Everything Audio, the interactive show about sound, music and technology, and learn how you can take advantage of the new business of music.

Mon, 11 May 2015 03:29:47 GMTWatch this tutorial on H-Reverb, an innovative reverb plugin that delivers rich reverb sounds and gives you full control over every aspect of your reverb effects.

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Mon, 11 May 2015 03:27:14 GMTWaves is pleased to present H-Reverb, a state-of-the-art reverb plugin that fuses classic reverb concepts with innovative features never before heard in digital reverb effects.

Sat, 10 Jan 2015 06:34:02 GMTLinkin Park’s FOH and monitor engineers focus on the transition from virtual soundcheck to the live show, the relationship between PA, nearfield and in-ear mixes, how to get drum nuances across, and more.

Wed, 15 Jan 2014 07:28:43 GMTThis video overview of Waves’ InPhase plugin for phase shift treatment, alignment and manipulation tasks shows you the various plugin features and controls, using a drum kit for demonstration.

Sun, 27 Oct 2013 06:43:09 GMTWaves Audio and Abbey Road Studios present the J37 tape saturation plugin, a precision model of the very machine used to record many of the greatest masterpieces in modern music.

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Tue, 15 Oct 2013 08:10:48 GMTAn overview of the Waves: Abbey Road J37 tape plugin, this video includes a general walkthrough of the J37 user-adjustable controls and its basic features.

Tue, 01 Oct 2013 03:37:29 GMTIn this tutorial, you'll learn all about the features of the L3-16 Multimaximizer plugin, the most advanced member of the acclaimed Waves L-Series, then see it and hear it in action.

Tue, 17 Sep 2013 05:02:41 GMTIn this video tutorial, Waves Product Specialist Michael PA shows you the ins and outs of using Bass Rider to control the levels of bass and other low frequency sources.

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Wed, 17 Jul 2013 03:25:02 GMTIn this video, Waves Product Specialist Michael PA shows you how to use H-Delay on bass and synths in electronic music production, to create depth and movement on dance tracks.

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Wed, 17 Jul 2013 03:19:25 GMTIn this video, Waves Product Specialist Michael PA shows you how to use H-Delay on drums in electronic music production, to build excitement and energy on dance tracks.

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Wed, 17 Jul 2013 03:02:04 GMTIn this tutorial video, you’ll learn how bring out the low end of a mix, using sidechain compression with the CLA-76 compressor and PuigTec EQ plugins.

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Tue, 16 Jul 2013 03:50:00 GMTIn this video, FOH mixing engineer Dave Stagl provides an overview of the plugins included in Waves Genesis Bundle and explains how he uses them for mixing live sound.

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Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:51:37 GMTA quick overview video of the Waves: Abbey Road RS56 passive equalizer plugin. The video includes a glimpse into the history of the RS56 Universal Tone Control and a short walkthrough of the RS56 EQ plugin.

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:36:52 GMTIn this video, Hugh Johnson (FOH, Vince Gill) reviews Waves GEQ graphic equalizer plugin and provides an overview of the plugin features and benefits for live sound engineers.

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Wed, 01 May 2013 06:58:13 GMTA video overview of Waves GEQ - a 30 band graphic equalizer plugin with both Classic and Modern components, high and low pass filters, a floating parametric EQ bell filter and a real-time analyzer.

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Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:46:54 GMTBehind-the-scenes look into the production process and workflow of worship events for mega churches, including how he uses Waves plugins for live mixing in arena-sized venues.

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 11:27:08 GMTIn this in-depth tutorial, FOH/audio director David Stagl of Atlanta's North Point Community Church shows how Waves C6 Multiband Compressor is an all-around problem solver for bass, drums, vocals and more.

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Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:55:20 GMTBruce Springsteen's FOH engineer John Cooper shares his unique workflow and shows how Waves helps him deliver energy and emotion from the stage to the crowd.

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 09:20:19 GMTFOH Engineer Lee Fields, audio director at Bayside Church in Granite Bay, explains how he uses plugins to mix Christian music and how plugin presets help him maintain sonic consistency when he is away from the church.

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 06:44:29 GMTIn this video, Waves Street Team member Czar walks us through the plugins included in the Waves SSL 4000 Collection and demonstrates how he uses the SSL plugins in a mix.

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Thu, 08 Nov 2012 06:37:38 GMTIn this tutorial video, Waves Street Team member Stephen Kelly shows you how to utilize the A/B button in Waves plugins. The A/B button toggles between two presets and is useful for the comparison of parameter settings.

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 07:54:50 GMTIn this video, FOH mixing engineer Nathan Lettus gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how he uses Waves plugins to mix the band Chicago live.

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Thu, 18 Oct 2012 12:26:00 GMTFOH Engineer Nathan Lettus shares his perspectives on mixing the band Chicago live using Waves plugins. He'll go over the various instruments and challenges involved, and wrap it all up by taking questions.

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:55:12 GMTWaves introduces the MultiRack live audio host application. MultiRack is like an outboard FX rack, but since it's software, it's more convenient and consistent than hardware. MultiRack comes in two versions: MultiRack Native and MultiRack SoundGrid.

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Thu, 18 Oct 2012 11:54:52 GMTIn this video, Waves Street Team member Bill Leverty demonstrates Waves GTR software and shows us how to achieve a massive guitar sound using plugins.

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Mon, 15 Oct 2012 07:34:08 GMTThis video from Waves Street Team member Christopher 'Czar' Smith features tips and tricks that show you how to unleash the power of Waves H-Comp hybrid compressor and improve your mixes.

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 12:05:13 GMTIn this webinar, FOH Engineer Zito (Backstreet Boys, Babyface) shows his approach to mixing live vocals, and how he deals with the various challenging factors that occur during a live show.

Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:24:32 GMTThis tutorial shows you how to use InPhase to align a stereo track to a sidechain, offline, using two tracks: a stereo overheads track and a snare top track.

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Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:04:57 GMTHere’s a quick tutorial that shows you how to improve phase coherence of a stereo track using InPhase. In this example we use a stereo piano track.

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Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:01:51 GMTThis tutorial shows you how to use InPhase to align two mono tracks routing to a stereo aux. In this example we use two tracks - bass amp and bass DI.

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Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:56:05 GMTThis tutorial shows you how to use InPhase to align two mono tracks using sidechain. In this example we use two tracks - bass amp and bass DI.

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Mon, 20 Feb 2012 10:47:56 GMTThis video is loaded with tips, tricks and practical advice from Greg’s long and varied career spent mixing artists such as Ozzy Osborne, Aerosmith, Van Halen and Rage Against the Machine.

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:28:57 GMTIn this webinar, Producer/engineer Yoad Nevo (Bryan Adams, Moby, Sugababes, Pet Shop Boys) shows you his approach to mixing bass and guitars, while going over some of his favorite Waves plugins and how he uses them in a session.

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 10:36:50 GMTBarry Wood, author of Waves Workshop: Mixing By The Bundle, explains how to get the most effective use out of your effect plugins, and takes questions from the webinar attendees.

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:30:14 GMTBarry Wood, author of Waves Workshop: Mixing By The Bundle, hosts a special series of webinars, where he'll walk us through the most common processing techniques used in mixing. This time around, Barry takes it to the limit, as he gives us the low down on dynamics.

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Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:02:27 GMTIn this exclusive webinar, Peter Denenberg (Spin Doctors, Deep Purple) will walk us through a DIY session and show us how to achieve the best possible results under less-than-optimal conditions.

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Mon, 12 Dec 2011 19:14:56 GMTThis webinar focuses on the integration of Waves plugins for Allen & Heath iLive systems and includes an introduction to the M-Waves I/O card and its applications.

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:35:18 GMTFOH mixing engineer Brian Petersen provides an overview of how he uses Waves SoundGrid® in a live church setting with a Yamaha digital console and Waves plugins.

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Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:30:04 GMTIn this video, FOH mixing engineer Andrew Thornton provides a rare look into his signal path and shows us how he uses Waves plugins to shape the sound of Mark Ronson and his band during their live show.

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 07:40:11 GMTClose your eyes and imagine the world's most powerful equalizer. Now, open your eyes to H-EQ - the most advanced equalizer for mixing, mastering, post production and live sound.

Mon, 29 Aug 2011 07:43:30 GMTIn this video, FOH engineer Chris Apfalter shows how MultiRack and The API Collection help shape the sound of Kruder and Dorfmeister in their live shows.

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Thu, 04 Aug 2011 14:07:48 GMTIn this video, producer/engineer Eddie Kramer (Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones) provides an overview of the Kramer Master Tape plugin and how it can help you warm up your mixes.

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:25:32 GMTThe Native Power Pack and GTR3 are two great and incredibly affordable bundles. In this video tutorial, you will learn how to mix a session using only plugins from these bundles, and nothing else - yet still achieving “hit record” sound.

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:12:21 GMTIn this tip that comes to us from renowned engineer Ken “Pooch” Van Druten, you’ll learn how to achieve greater guitar presence in the mix while freeing up space for vocals and other elements.

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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 09:05:17 GMTIn this video tutorial, Shachar Gilad shows you how to set up Waves IR1 Convolution Reverb in reverse mode, to add interesting effects to different elements in your mix.

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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:07:22 GMTVideo with a tip from mixing engineer Andrew Scheps about how to add presence without harshness to distorted guitar sounds, using Waves Renaissance DeEsser and API 550A plugins.

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:52:22 GMTLearn how to get a fatter, heavier snare sound by pitch shifting the snare track, adding reverb to it, and then blending the result back in with the original.

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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:43:21 GMTA two-part video tutorial on reverbs and delays, the differences between them, and their main parameters. Watch Part 1 to learn how to use reverbs in a mix.

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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:38:26 GMTWatch Part 2 of this video tutorial on reverbs and delays to learn about different types of delays, their various parameters, and how to use them in a mix.

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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:38:24 GMTThis video tutorial includes a demo of the side-chain technique: sending the kick and snare to the C1 compressor / expander to trigger the ducking effect on a keyboard pad.

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:25:19 GMTIn this video introduction to The Tony Maserati Signature Series, you will learn how to quickly get a good starting point for your mix, using the default settings of the Maserati plugins.

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Tue, 01 Feb 2011 07:15:23 GMTThis video tutorial will get you rolling with Waves’ innovative, time-saving Vocal Rider plugin. You’ll learn how to setup Vocal Rider to achieve maximum accuracy and control the way it rides the vocal levels in your mix.

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 12:14:18 GMTIn this exclusive video, Linkin Park's Mike Shinoda discusses the role Waves plugins play in the band's creative process, helping shape their cutting-edge sound. Mike talks about a few of his favorite plugins, and shows how the band achieved the cool vocal effect on the hit single 'The Catalyst'.

Sat, 01 May 2010 12:23:22 GMTIn this video Phish’s front of house mixing engineer provides a behind the scenes look at his setup and explains the benefits of using Waves MultiRack for live sound mixing.

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Fri, 01 Jan 2010 12:30:03 GMTIn this video, producer/mixer Eddie Kramer goes back to London’s legendary Olympic Studios and talks about the connection between his early work with Jimi Hendrix and the creation of the Eddie Kremer Signature Series of plugins.

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 10:15:46 GMTProducer/mixer Tony Maserati talks about the recordings, artists and engineers that influenced his early work, and how he developed his signature “New York” sound.

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Sun, 01 Feb 2009 10:15:19 GMTMixing engineer Tony Maserati shares a detailed look into his studio setup and talks about the importance of listening to the mix in a familiar reference environment. Tony explains his approach to compression, different compression settings, and the musical connection between the elements of a song.

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Sun, 01 Feb 2009 10:13:57 GMTIn this video, producer/mixing engineer Tony Maserati demonstrates his signature collection of plugins by mixing Live High by Jason Mraz, and shows the connection between Lizz Wright’s My Heart and the Maserati HMX plugin.

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:37:50 GMTProducer/engineer Eddie Kramer talks about his career and memorable sessions with artists like Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.

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Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:23:08 GMTLegendary producer/engineer Eddie Kramer talks about his mixing techniques in a live workshop and demonstrates his processing methods for individual instruments.

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Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:19:47 GMTLegendary producer/engineer Eddie Kramer talks about his mixing techniques and demonstrates his processing methods for individual tracks in this live workshop.

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Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:16:19 GMTLegendary producer/engineer Eddie Kramer answers questions about his career and mixing techniques in a live mixing workshop event at Sweetwater 2008.

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Tue, 09 Sep 2008 14:11:51 GMTIn this video, Dweezil Zappa demonstrates how he uses tools from the Studio Classic Collection to mix a live recording of 'Zappa Plays Zappa', bringing the music and legacy of his father, Frank Zappa to the 21st century.

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 17:08:49 GMTHere’s a quick start video guide to Q-Clone, presented by London based mixing engineer and producer Yoad Nevo (Pet Shop Boys / Sugabes / Duran Duran). Yoad demonstrates how he uses Q-Clone on drums to capture his favorite hardware EQ’s and how to use Q-Clone in a session.

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Thu, 24 Jul 2008 07:22:35 GMTMixing engineer Manny Marroquin (Kanye West, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, John Mayer) explains his basic approach to mixing and how he associates sound processors with colors in order to select the right tool for each mix.

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Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:20:32 GMTIn this video, mixing engineer Manny Marroquin (Kanye West, Rihanna, Alicia Keys, John Mayer) explains his concept of shaping a mix and how to work around poorly recorded material and still come up with a great mix.

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Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:17:01 GMTMixing engineer Manny Marroquin explains some of the advantages of using plugins for mixing and how Waves opened up a new world of musical possibilities in his work.

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Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:13:35 GMTMixing engineer Manny Marroquin talks about the his work with Alicia Keys and the creative process of selecting different effects and processors to complement Alicia’s ‘retro’ sound quality.

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Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:10:27 GMTIn this video, mixing engineer Manny Marroquin describes some of the mixing and processing techniques he used to create the warm feeling to complement John Mayer’s I Don’t Trust Myself.

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Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:07:15 GMTIn this video, mixing engineer Manny Marroquin demonstrates how he used Waves plugins to mix Umbrella by Rihanna. Manny shows the original session and explains the creative decisions in selecting different plugin settings.

Thu, 01 Jan 2004 13:42:34 GMTIn this video, veteran music editor, mixing engineer and composer John Neff (Blue Velvet, Wild at Heart, The Elephant Man, Twin Peaks) share insights about his career in the professional audio industry and the advantages of using Waves plugins in his work.

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Thu, 01 Jan 2004 13:38:14 GMTIn this video, composer, arranger and producer Dean Grinsfelder (Stonebrook, Bounty, The Incredible Hulk, Star Trek) talks about composing music for film, TV and games and the advantages of using Waves plugins in his work.